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Wednesday, December 23, 2009

A night for greiving and reflection....

Through a series of unfortunate events, it has been nearly a decade since I had seen my grandfather (as well as most of my extended family). Tonight, we learned 8 days later, that he passed on December 15, 2009.

Though the last 9 years have been what they were, I cherish the first 17 years I had with him. The memories can never be taken away.

Today, I was 'coincidentally' reminiscing a memory of him with my mom on the way to the doctors. And last week I came across a letter he had written to me Christmas 1993. I know I was led to find that letter this time of year, at the time that I did, now that I am aware of his passing.

"Dearest Maggie!

You know who this letter is from. The one &only 'real' Santa.

I am so very proud of you, and you are a specialgrand daughter. Just remember in your heart all the past "real" Santa times wehad together.

Always believe in Santa as you always have & the"real" Santa will always be in your heart, every Christmas time, all through outyour life, no matter how old you & your "real" Santa get. Forever & 1day.

I love you, My Maggie

Your Santa"

I love you, 'P'. I have peace in the image I have of a healthier, younger you standing at the foot of God.

About Me

Gabriella was diagnosed in April 2009 with a severe and irreparable congenital heart defect, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. On September 25 2009, just before being listed for her new heart, she suffered a left MCA stroke, impairing her right arm abilities and taking away her speech. She was finally listed and received her heart after 97 days of waiting on May 17, 2010. Gabriellasheart.com has transitioned from a diary of our simple life to a log of Gabriella's status, and proves what a warrior she is.